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Select board chairwoman Shana Shufelt and board member Brian Valcourt discuss a possible budget override at a board meeting in March.

Budget override likely out in Westport this year

It's going to take longer than officials originally hoped to put a possible budget override question before voters. This Spring, a general override — which would allow the town to increase … more

By Ted Hayes | 7/27/22

The BP gas station in Barrington closed in 2019, leaving just one operating gas station in town. The town council discussed the idea of drafting an ordinance amendment that would ban new gas stations from opening in Barrington.

Council discusses banning new gas stations in Barrington

The Barrington Town Council has taken a step toward banning any new gas stations from opening in town. During the council meeting on Monday night, July 25, members discussed the idea of … more

By Josh Bickford | 7/27/22

This area near Bridge Street and Beach Street in Warren, is where the incident occurred. A sharp turn provided enough of a blind spot so that the two riders could not see each other in time prior to the collision.

Victim wants answers after frightening bike path collision

Mich Myette was traveling south on the bike path back towards his home in Bristol when a life-changing moment occurred faster than he could react. more

By Ethan Hartley | 7/27/22

Aerial photo shows the Jones property, which makes up the majority of the woodlands north of Bramans Lane that’s included in the conservation agreement.

About 21 acres of woodlands preserved in Portsmouth

PORTSMOUTH — Aquidneck Land Trust (ALT) announced on Wednesday, July 27, the conservation of 20.97 acres of land north of Bramans Lane in Portsmouth. more

7/27/22

Building a better Walker Farm in Barrington

Along the edge of the water, where Hundred Acre Cove meets Walker Farm, chunks of concrete and broken rubble mix with rocks and sea grass. There is a boat dock and a concrete boat ramp, and … more

By Josh Bickford | 7/27/22

Westport Point United Methodist welcomes new pastor

He's been all across New England, but Seth Fortier had never seen Westport before he and his wife Alexa arrived here late last month on his newest mission, as pastor of the Westport Point United … more

By Ted Hayes | 7/27/22

Ben Claussen tries to avoid a tag by leaping over the second baseman's glove.

Barrington's 11U All-Star team drops two at states

The Barrington 11U All-Star baseball team lost 4-1 to Cranston East in a must-win game in the state tournament last week. Barrington dropped its first tournament game 11-0 to the eventual … more

7/27/22

Members of the Portsmouth Little League Major All-Stars team wait to greet Tyler Boiani at home plate after the three-hitter smashed a homer over the centerfield fence to give his team a 2-0 lead against Cumberland in the state tournament on Saturday.

Portsmouth All-Stars gain finals in state tournament

The Portsmouth Little League Major All-Stars advanced to the state finals after edging Cumberland 3-2 on Saturday and topping North Kingstown/Wickford 7-6 on Monday in the 12U state championship … more

By Richard W. Dionne, Jr. | 7/26/22

Free meals at school ending for some students this fall

For the last two years, students district-wide enjoyed free meals at school. But that will change this fall. Barrington School officials emailed families earlier this month to alert them to the … more

7/26/22

Barrington’s Angie Promades tries to tag out a Cranston Western runner at the plate.

Barrington All-Star softball team eliminated at states

The Barrington Minors Division All-Star softball team took an early lead against Warwick North in an elimination bracket game at the state tournament on Wednesday, July 20, but struggled to hold onto … more

7/26/22

Portsmouth High School boys’ varsity soccer head coach Mike Stinton (center) talks to his team during halftime of a game in 2018. The 1968 PHS grad will be inducted into the PHS Athletic Hall of Fame on Oct. 8 as both an athlete and coach.

Portsmouth High Athletic Hall of Fame induction ceremony is Oct. 8

PORTSMOUTH — The fifth annual Portsmouth High School Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will take place on Saturday, Oct. 8, at the Green Valley Country Club, 371 Union St., … more

7/26/22

On Monday night, the Barrington Town Council approved adding portable restrooms at the town's athletic fields. Pictured is a soccer field at Haines Park.

Barrington Town Council approves portable restrooms at athletic fields

Coaches will no longer need to send their players into the woods when nature calls at Barrington athletic fields. On Monday night, July 25, members of the Barrington Town Council voted … more

By Josh Bickford | 7/26/22

Keith Ferreira, a Marine Corps veteran who currently serves in the United States Navy, uncovers a memorial bench as the veterans monument is dedicated Sunday.

Westport unveils new veterans' monument

Dozens came out to help Westport unveil its new veterans' monument under a hot July sky at Beech Grove Cemetery Sunday afternoon, The monument, the first here which recognizes all seven branches … more

By Ted Hayes | 7/26/22

Council: Legal cannabis sales 'highly unlikely' in Little Compton

Though they believe it unlikely that recreational cannabis will ever be sold legally in Little Compton, members of the town council voted unanimously Thursday evening to allow voters to speak their … more

7/26/22

Ryan Costa, new owner of Mathnasium, spins the wheel of fortune which determines a prize for winners of math games.

Portsmouth: Making math understandable — even fun

PORTSMOUTH — Ryan Costa has a fun math fact. “This is a good one: What’s the sum of one plus two, plus all the other numbers all the way up to 100?” he asked. Give … more

By Jim McGaw | 7/25/22

Tiverton pitcher Addie Wolf throws a pitch during the team's game against South Kingstown. Wolfe pitched well against Massachusetts striking out three, walking three and allowing six hits and four runs in six innings.

Tiverton all stars run over Massachusetts 9-4

The Tiverton softball all-stars beat Massachusetts-Canton 9-4 to split their two games over the weekend in the 12U softball regional tournament in Bristol, CT, on Sunday. Tiverton loss 12-1 to … more

Story by Richard W. Dionne, Jr. | 7/25/22

Tiverton restaurant makes light of holocaust with Anne Frank meme

A Tiverton restaurant that posted a Facebook meme making light of Anne Frank in a post about the heat is being widely condemned and criticized online. The meme, posted Friday by the Atlantic … more

7/25/22

World War II veterans Clifford Brightman (left), an Army medical corps vet, and John Miller, an Army and Air Force vet, salute the American Flag during the singing of the National Anthem during the Westport Veterans Day ceremony at Beech Grove Cemetery.

Westport unveils veterans' monument Sunday

Westporters have served the country since before its creation. Come Sunday, they will finally have an inclusive memorial. Westport will unveil its new veterans' monument this Sunday, July 24, at … more

7/22/22

Warren asks well users to conserve water amidst "critically low" levels

The Town of Warren has asked those who utilize private wells to restrict water usage, citing "critically low water levels". more

7/22/22

Acclaimed sailor Charlie Enright to visit Herreshoff July 27

On Wednesday, July 27 the Herreshoff Museum will once again welcome 11th Hour Racing Skipper and Bristol hometown hero Charlie Enright. more

7/22/22

Free yoga returning to Warren Town Beach

The Warren Town Council unanimously approved a petition to allow free weekly classes on the Town Beach each Sunday from 7:00 to 9:00 a.m. more

By Ethan Hartley | 7/22/22

This multi-family home on County Road in Barrington recently sold for $1.1 million.

Multi-family home sale in Barrington sets a record

Barrington recently recorded its highest multi-family home sale price ever. According to a press release from Residential Properties Ltd., the recent sale of 404 County Road in Barrington for … more

7/22/22

Town Administrator Steven Contente presents the Town Coin to retiring DPW employee James Sylvester III.

Bristol honors James Sylvester for 43 years of DPW service

At their Wednesday, July 13 meeting, the Town honored James “Jimmy” Sylvester, who recently retired from the Department of Public works after 43 years of service. more

By Christy Nadalin | 7/22/22

Speaking in favor of the redevelopment, neighbor Alayne White is looking at it from the perspective of a local business owner. “I think we need to focus on what our plan is to attract more young people to our community,” she said.

Robin Rug development almost moves forward

The Bristol Town Council’s approval of a pivotal zoning change for the re-development of the Robin Rug building hinges on the affordable housing detail. more

By Christy Nadalin | 7/22/22

Barrington residents will ride in Pan-Mass Challenge

More than two dozen Barrington residents will pedal in this year’s Pan-Mass Challenge, a bike-a-thon that raises money for cancer research and patient care. The Barrington riders are: … more

7/22/22